Peter Obi Demands Direct Accountability from Tinubu Ahead of 2027

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has called on President Bola Tinubu to personally engage with Nigerians about his administration's record as the 2027 general election approaches. Obi emphasized that Tinubu should not depend on political surrogates for his re-election campaign, insisting that Nigerians deserve direct answers regarding the economic situation and the effects of government policies on their lives.

In a statement from Obi's media office, signed by spokesman Idris Zekeri Jnr., he questioned the validity of claims that governance demands might prevent Tinubu from campaigning. Obi stated that if Tinubu cannot find time to face the electorate, he should not send surrogates to solicit votes.

He argued that accountability cannot be delegated and that surrogates cannot address the failures of the administration or fulfill promises. Obi challenged Tinubu to clarify how his policies have improved living conditions for Nigerians, particularly concerning essential commodities, and insisted that governance should not excuse avoidance of accountability.